The Hon Amanda Rishworth MP
Latest Media Releases
Strengthening support for Australia’s young carers
Australia’s unpaid young carers deserve our support, and the Albanese Labor Government is committed to assisting them to engage in education and pursue their study goals while navigate their caring roles.
Strengthening the National Debt Helpline
The Albanese Labor Government is ensuring vulnerable Australians experiencing financial stress and hardship have the support they need to manage their finances.
New Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme
Today, the Prime Minister has announced that I will take on the role of Minister for the National Disability Insurance Scheme following the retirement of the Hon Bill Shorten MP.
Latest Editorials
Too much at stake to falter over next step for change
We became a step closer to a referendum on a Voice to Parliament last Wednesday with the passing of the Bill through the Lower House.
Labor Delivers Family and Domestic Violence Leave as one way to save lives
More than 11 million employees are now eligible for ten days leave to deal with the impacts of family and domestic violence and whether they ever need it or not, the protection is there.
Minister Rishworth – Opinion piece – Herald Sun
There is a moment I recall with my eldest son Percy whenever I think about gender-norms, family dynamics and respectful relationships.
Latest Speeches
Launch of National Autism Strategy
Minister Rishworth gave an address to launch Australia’s National Autism Strategy at Trinity on Hampton Perth.
Launch of the National Carer Strategy
Minister Rishworth spoke at the launch of the National Carers Strategy.
National Disability Services Executive Leaders Conference
Minister Rishworth gave a Ministerial Address at the National Disability Services Executive Leaders Conference in Adelaide, outlining the Government’s work to reform the disability employment sector.
Latest Transcripts
Minister Rishworth doorstop interview in Adelaide
Minister Rishworth discusses Young Carer Bursary, the National Debt Helpline and the NDIS at a doorstop in Adelaide.
Minister Rishworth interview on Sunrise with Edwina Bartholomew
Minister Rishworth discusses overseas political interference; cost of living/schooling; citizenship testing.
Minister Rishworth Perth doorstop
Minister Rishworth discusses the National Autism Strategy.